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The English Game

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Two 19th-century footballers on opposite sides of a class divide navigate professional and personal turmoil to change the game — and England — forever.

Drama

3.7 / 5

20th March 2020 - 20th March 2020
Writer
Sam Hoare
Top Cast
Kevin GuthrieEdward HolcroftNiamh Walsh
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Episode 1
20th March 2020

Episode 1

A cotton mill owner in working-class Darwen hires two star Scottish footballers to join the local team in hopes of competing for the FA Cup title.

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Episode 2
20th March 2020

Episode 2

As Fergus brings new life to the football club, emotions run high when a wage cut is imposed at the mills. Arthur makes a new connection in Darwen.

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Episode 3
20th March 2020

Episode 3

Fergus faces a gut-wrenching decision that could affect his relationships in Darwen. Arthur's new outlook rankles his posh friends and family.

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Episode 4
20th March 2020

Episode 4

Martha gets difficult news. Arthur and Alma make a grim discovery. Fergus struggles in his new role, and a match in Blackburn ends in chaos.

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Episode 5
20th March 2020

Episode 5

A guilt-stricken Fergus gets shocking news from Martha. Walsh and Cartwright make a pact. The FA takes drastic action without Arthur's input.

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Episode 6
20th March 2020

Episode 6

Fergus heads to London to make an appeal to the FA. Arthur pleads with his friends to act for the good of the game as the FA Cup Final approaches.